Emergency Roof Leak Repair: Quick and Reliable Solutions
Drip…drip…drip…if you’re a homeowner, you know this isn’t the sound of something good. Likely, the sound of water dripping indicates a roof leak that you need to take care of immediately. And with all the rain and hail we’ve experienced in Colorado this year, roof leaks have been more common than normal.
Roof leaks can be damaging and lead to other issues with your home like mold and mildew, but finding a leak in your roof doesn’t necessarily mean you need to replace your roof entirely. Here’s a quick guide on emergency roof leak repair.
What to Do If Your Roof Is Leaking
Follow these steps for quick roof leak repair.
Assess the Damage
The damage that a water leak can have on your home ranges from visible stains to compromised structural material like weakened support beams from rotting wood. You may also notice a buildup of mold or mildew, which might be obvious from smell alone. This is especially common if your attic space is poorly ventilated.
Roof leaks can be caused by broken or missing shingles, damaged or missing flashing around roof fixtures like your chimney, clogged gutters, or something else all together. If you’re able to notice any of this damage, it can help your roofing contractor more quickly provide a reliable roof leak repair.
Find the Source (if possible)
You may have noticed the water leak coming through your ceiling, a wall, or maybe your fascia board on the outside of your home. Wherever it may be, try to follow the leak to the source. If you’re able to access your attic, you may be able to get a clear idea of what’s causing the leak.
Put a Temporary Fix in Place
If you’ve found the source of a leak in your roof, you may be able to prevent it from causing further damage with a temporary waterproofing solution. This could mean securing a tarp over the damaged area of your roof, especially if more rain is on the way. However, this is a dangerous solution that should only be attempted with proper safety measures in place.
Alternatively, you may be able to slow or stop the leak from inside your attic with roofing tape, which looks a bit like duct tape. If you have found the leak in your attic, you simply place the tape over the leak until a more permanent solution can be enacted.
Be Patient
Given the high number of roofing repairs needed following intense weather events like hail and wind storms, it may take your roofing contractor a bit of time to provide a permanent solution to your roof leak. The best thing you can do is be patient and follow the steps for dealing with a roof leak. Look into your homeowners insurance policy — as well as your roofing warranty — to get an idea of your coverage and the process you may need to follow.
Understand What Goes Into Roof Leak Repairs
Some roof leak repairs are easy to fix, while others may require more time and effort to resolve the issue. Start with a total roof inspection, as an obvious roof leak may not be your only problem. From there, you’ll have an idea of what kind of repairs (or total roof replacement) may be needed.
The most important thing is to take action as soon as you notice a leak. Avoiding the problem will just make things worse and cost you more money in the long run.
Get In Touch
We’re here to help. If you’ve noticed a roof leak in your home or attic, contact our team at J&K Roofing today. We have the experience and knowledge to handle any kind of roofing project or repair in the Denver Metro, Front Range, Colorado Springs, or Northern Colorado areas.
Click here to schedule a complimentary inspection, or give us a call today at 303-425-7531.